Easy Mauritian Chana Puri Recipe | Ramadan Special

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more affordable and quicker to prepare.

puri

🥗Healthier: whole wheat roti

💰Cheaper: store-bought flatbreads

Whole wheat roti provides more fiber.

Prepare the dough by mixing flour, instant yeast, sugar, and water; knead until smooth.

Let the dough rise until doubled in size.

Soak chana dal overnight in water, then drain and rinse.

Boil chana dal in water until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

In a pan, heat oil and sauté diced onion until translucent.

Add diced potato (if using), turmeric powder, and garam masala; cook until potato is soft.

Mix in coriander and mint leaves; adjust seasoning with salt.

Roll out the dough into small circles and deep-fry in hot oil until puffed and golden.

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